Ontario's Agricultural Sector Faces Changes Due to Energy Transition
As Ontario's agricultural sector prepares for the province's energy transition, farmers are being forced to consider significant changes to their operations and land use due to planned upgrades and expansions of the province's bulk electricity transmission infrastructure. The Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) is working closely with the Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) to ensure farmer interests are represented, but the need for transmission line upgrades poses a critical challenge that could impact land use and farm operations, necessitating engagement from farmers through local contacts and advocacy groups like the OFA.
